Development of Low Cost Retaining Walls for Indiana Highways

Authors

Philippe L. Bourdeau, Purdue UniversityFollow
Patrick J. Fox
David Joseph Runser
Jin-Pyo Lee

Recommended Citation

Bourdeau, P. L., P. J. Fox, D. J. Runser, and J. Lee. Development of Low Cost Retaining Walls for Indiana Highways. Publication FHWA/IN/JTRP-2001/03. Joint Transportation Research Program, Indiana Department of Transportation and Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, 2001. https://doi.org/10.5703/1288284313194

DOI

10.5703/1288284313194

Abstract

Low-cost alternatives to traditional modular facing reinforced soil retaining walls were reviewed, on the basis of published data and information. Technological information, design methods and observed performance of segmental facing reinforced soil walls were used for this review. Guidelines are proposed for selection, design and construction of such retaining walls, within a limited range of conditions, in Indiana highway projects.

Report Number

FHWA/IN/JTRP-2001/03

Keywords

soils, compaction, retaining wall, geosynthetic reinforcement, SPR-2207

SPR Number

2207

Project Number

C-36-36DD

File Number

6-14-31

Performing Organization

Joint Transportation Research Program

Publisher Place

West Lafayette, IN

Date of this Version

2001